Join SARSTM

Become Part of a Growing Scholarly Community

The South Asian Research Society for Theology and Missiology (SARSTM) is more than a professional association—it is a collaborative scholarly community committed to advancing theological and missiological research for the Church, the academy, and society.

Whether you are an established scholar, an emerging researcher, a theological educator, a pastor, a mission practitioner, or a student, SARSTM provides opportunities to learn, contribute, publish, collaborate, and grow alongside colleagues who share a passion for faithful and rigorous scholarship.

Together, we are building a vibrant network of researchers and educators who are shaping the future of theology and mission in South Asia and around the world.

Why Join SARSTM?

As a member of SARSTM, you become part of an international network dedicated to:

• Advancing theological and missiological research.
• Promoting excellence in teaching, training, and scholarship.
• Publishing high-quality academic research.
• Encouraging collaboration across institutions and denominations.
• Mentoring emerging scholars and researchers.
• Hosting conferences, workshops, seminars, and webinars.
• Creating opportunities for research partnerships and academic dialogue.
• Contributing to the global conversation on theology and mission from a South Asian perspective.

Who Can Join?

SARSTM welcomes individuals who are committed to theological and missiological scholarship, including:

• Faculty and researchers
• Seminary and university educators
• Graduate and doctoral students
• Church leaders and pastors
• Mission practitioners
• Independent scholars
• Academic institutions and organizations

We are an interdenominational Christian scholarly society committed to academic excellence, research integrity, and faithful service to the Church and society.

Membership Benefits

Members enjoy opportunities to:

• Participate in a global scholarly network.
• Present papers at SARSTM conferences and symposia.
• Submit research for publication in SARSTM journals and book series.
• Join research projects and collaborative initiatives.
• Receive invitations to workshops, webinars, and training events.
• Connect with senior scholars and emerging researchers.
• Serve on committees, editorial boards, and working groups.
• Access exclusive member resources and professional development opportunities.
• Help shape the future direction of theological and missiological scholarship.

Membership Categories

SARSTM offers several membership categories designed to serve individuals and institutions at every stage of their academic journey:

• Student Membership
• Individual Membership
• Professional Membership
• Institutional Membership
• Life Membership
• Honorary Fellowship (by invitation)

Join the Movement

The future of theological and missiological scholarship will be shaped through collaboration, thoughtful research, and faithful service.

If you share our vision of strengthening research, equipping scholars, and fostering meaningful collaboration across South Asia and the global diaspora, we invite you to become part of SARSTM.

Together, we research faithfully, equip purposefully, collaborate globally, and serve the Church through scholarship.

Become a member. Contribute your scholarship. Shape the future.